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Coach Wade Rowdon
Wade played parts of 5 seasons for the Cincinnati Reds, Chicago Cubs and Baltimore Orioles. He played for Pete Rose and with Cal Ripken Jr. |
Wade's testimony:
"Hello, my name is Wade Rowdon and I played in the Big leagues for the Reds, Cubs and Orioles as well as two years in Japan. I would like to offer some comments on the Sycamore Church Baseball Camp that takes place in November.
It is one of my favorite events to do as I have participated for more than a decade. It is not often that events like this are done out of a sincere heart for the community. Baseball and the gospel of Jesus Christ have always been a fantastic combination. The camps are very instructive and offer children of all backgrounds in the Savannah area a chance to learn the game of baseball for free. More importantly, is the Sycamore Church's concern for the souls of the children and those who attend. This is where my joy comes from, as I am given the opportunity to share what Jesus Christ has done for my life.
My life without Christ would have no meaning! But through these camps I am allowed to utilize the game of baseball to bring honor to my Savior, Jesus Christ. For a great time that is fun, instructional, and life changing through the Gospel of Jesus Christ and baseball be a part of the Sycamore Church Baseball Camp." |
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Daniel Murphy
3-time National League All Star Daniel Murphy joined us as hitting coach for the 2011 baseball camp. He shared his testimony with us on Sunday that afternoon.
He was named MVP of the 2015 National League Championship Series while playing for the New York Mets. He retired from the game in 2023 after 12 seasons in the Major Leagues. He finished 2nd in voting for the NL MVP in 2016 hitting .347 and leading the league with 47 doubles. In 1,452 career games he finished with a .296 career batting average. |
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Mike Hessman
Mike is the Homerun King of Minor League Baseball hitting 433 during his 19 year career. He spent parts of five seasons in the Major Leagues with the Braves, Tigers and Mets. He was also on the USA Bronze medal winning team in the 2008 Olympics. Hess retired as a player following the 2015 season and now serves as a hitting coach in the Detroit Tigers Organization.
He has served as hitting coach for us in 2010, 2012 and 2013. |
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Coach Andy Burress
Andy was a 6th round draft pick of the Cincinnati Reds in 1995. He played professional baseball for seven years. He is the owner of 5-Star National baseball in Warner Robbins.
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Coach Jason Rockwell
Jason is the founder of the Sycamore at The Stadium Baseball Camp. He pitched the idea to Dusty in 2003 and the rest is history. He was a right-handed pitcher at the University of New Hampshire.
He served as the Chaplin for the Savannah Sand Gnats from 2007-2015. He was head coach of the Coastal Homeschool Hurricanes varsity baseball team from 2010-2018. Today he serves as the baseball representative for the Savannah Area Fellowship of Christain Athletes.
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2007 Pitching Coach David Koons
David had a 10-9 record and a 3.87 career earned run average in 71 career games in the minor leagues until a knee injury put an end to his career in 2008.
He played most of 2007 in Savannah with the Sand Gnats posting a 1-6 record to go along with 5 saves. |
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John Michael Gant
The 6-year MLB veteran is a 2-time pitching coach for us. He was traded to the Minnesota Twins from the St. Louis Cardinals in 2021. He owns a 24-26 career record with a 3.89 E.R.A. |
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Coach Bill Fielitz
Bill has been a part of The Sycamore at The Stadium since our first camp in 2003. Bill played professionally in the St. Louis Cardinals
organization. Today he still squats behind the plate for the Savannah Reds |
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Pastor Dusty Reynolds
Dusty is the founding pastor and Director of the Sycamore Church. He is a native of Savannah, GA. He is married to Audrey and they have three children: Brandon, Megan, and Logan. He has a love for children, the Lord and the great game of baseball |
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Kevin Morgan
K-Mo joined us and infield and an outfield coach on two occasions. He has been in professional baseball as a player and coach for 32 years.
He spent 21 years as a coach in the New York Mets Minor League system. He served as the bench coach for the Minnesota Twins in 2020. Today he is the Field Coordinator for the Minnesota Twins. |
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Gavin Floyd
Former Atlanta Braves pitcher Gavin Floyd served as a pitching coach for the 2022 baseball camp. The 4th overall pick in the Major League draft in 2001 enjoyed a 13 year big league career.
He won 17 games for the White Sox in 2008. He finished with a 74-76 record over 243 games pitched. |
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Cody Carroll
Cody has served as a pitching coach for us three times. He made his Major League debut with the Baltimore Orioles in 2018.
He retired in 2023 following an 8-year professional career. He struck out 361 batters over 309 innings in the Minor Leagues. |
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